An untouched 50’s rambler opens up to the sky and tree canopies, embracing the surrounding woods & lake views. Morning light floods in through the remodeled kitchen’s gable-end windows, as the views sweep around the corner. The dining room is perched at a diagonal, opening onto a wrap around deck, evoking treehouse vibes. The transformation of this home inspires a sense of retreat, while allowing for gatherings, big & small.
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Suzanne Zahr Chair of MI Design Commission
During her second term, on November 2, 2022, Suzanne Zahr was voted in as Chair of the seven Design Commissioners for Mercer Island. As an architect with civil engineering background, Suzanne fills one of the seats as a professional member. She has established a Design/Build firm on Mercer Island, bringing over 25 years of experience that includes time with NBBJ, Olson Kundig, Starbucks, and Amazon (as an IA consultant). She is excited to continue providing her expertise in design and architecture through this volunteer position.
Established in 1972, the Design Commission board is a group of volunteers who each serve for four years. Each commissioner is confirmed by the majority vote of the City Council. The Design Commissioners serve as an advisory board to City Council, providing expert advice on design matters related to the City’s commercial buildings in the Mercer Island Town Center.
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PERCH: Embracing the Woods
An untouched 60’s rambler opens up to the sky and tree canopies, embracing the surrounding woods & lake views. Morning light floods in through the remodeled kitchen’s gable-end windows, as the views sweep around the corner. The dining room is perched at a diagonal, opening onto a wrap around deck, evoking treehouse vibes. The transformation of this home inspires a sense of retreat, while allowing for gatherings, big & small.
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Mercer Island Rotary: International Dance for Peace
In celebration of the International Day of Peace, the Rotary Club of Mercer Island is hosting an All Island International Dance Party.
WHEN: Sunday, September 18, 2022 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
WHERE: Mercer Island Community & Event Center
8236 SE 24th St, Mercer Island, WA 98040, USA
Everyone is welcome for an all-ages afternoon community dance. Dessert, drinks, and fun! Meet new people, and gather with neighbors for a world music dance party and benefit, for peace in Ukraine and around the world.
Tying in with the 18 peace poles that Rotary members placed around the Island in recent years — emblazoned with the sentiment of “May Peace Prevail” on Earth in 14 world languages — SZ signed up to be world languages table sponsors in Arabic. ليكن السلام سائدا على الأرض